You know, I've raised chickens for at least 6 years now, and I dont think I know the answer to this question!! We have banty breeds only. I'm thinking of buying another brooder, but one larger than what I have - and Im just curious how big the brooder really needs to be, for say, 20-30 chicks at any given time?
Then, what do you all do when they are a couple of weeks old and too cramped for the brooder - do you have a second (bigger) brooder? We live in S Texas, so cold isnt an issue, and I do have a heated area outside - but I have put chicks out there too soon on ocassion and had them die. So, I'd like to know what you all do, what works best for your set up.
Thanks everyone
Kristen
Then, what do you all do when they are a couple of weeks old and too cramped for the brooder - do you have a second (bigger) brooder? We live in S Texas, so cold isnt an issue, and I do have a heated area outside - but I have put chicks out there too soon on ocassion and had them die. So, I'd like to know what you all do, what works best for your set up.
Thanks everyone
Kristen